Hail True Body, bornof the Virgin Mary:Truly suffered, offeredOn the cross, for mankind.From whose side, upon being torn,Flowed water and blood:Be to us a foretasteOf death in the balance.O sweet Jesus!O loving Jesus!O Jesus, son of Mary!

Season: AllUse: General hymn for Mass, processions, or private prayer.

Perhaps the most famous musical setting of this text is that of Mozart, which is popular at weddings and even secular vocal performances. The Ave Verum is a commonly-used Eucharistic hymn; its text is a condensed catechism lesson.